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John Laker
Knights Brown
Contractor
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Steve Hurndall
Advance Facilities Group
Facilities maintenance
I started my career in the built environment sector 30 years ago, learning my trade within a busy national drainage company. I soon found my ability to think outside the box and gather knowledge led me into a civils and then finally a building maintenance career.
After 10 years of knowledge gathering and helping other companies grow and sell, i joined my business partner Glenn Thompson and we set up Advance FM.
In the last 10 years we have had lots of changes and challenges, this has helped us grow from a standing start to where we are now. For myself and Advance Facilities Solutions, over the last 10 years there have been lots of changes.
The company has grown to become a highly respected and trusted go to contractor by some of the biggest blue-chip clients. Our client base has expanded through both winning new contracts and also expanding existing relationshiips.
For myself as part of winning new clients and retaining existing i have grown a network of contacts that has enabled us to stay at the forefront of the built environment sector. Planning and running client and industry networking events across the UK, helping to build the Advance brand.
We are now the name to contact, when you need someone who is trustworthy and reliable.
Graham Brett
Empire Finance Ltd
Financial Services
Commercial finance consultant with 33 years experience with a high street bank, having worked in credit underwriting, relationship director and structured finance.
Since 2016 I have been working with property investors and developers to source funding for projects, ranging from first time developers to experienced operators. All business is gained from referrals, predominantly other professionals who do not have the breadth and strength of relationships I have with debt funders.
I work with clients to structure and present proposals to lenders, ranging from the high street banks, challenger banks, specialist property funders and debt funds, and can source, senior, stretched senior and mezzanine debt.
I am one of a team of 15 consultants and the business was nominated for broker network of the year in the 2022 National Association of Commercial Finance Brokers awards.
Rachana Gupta
Oraanj Interior Design
Interior design
Rachana launched my own designer brand “ORAANJ” in 2004. This venture helped her develop her entrepreneurial skills and understanding of how to run and manage a business.
Rachana studied at the British Academy of Interior Design, London. Her passion for the design progression and the position of not only an appealing form but also the indispensable purpose of space has helped her to grow her own unique design style. (Not sure what you are trying to state here?) coupled with a few years of knowledge and experience in working in home staging & furnishing model homes, her creative and artistic style tones with her ability to create practical, generally appealing spaces naturally evolved. She prides herself on emerging designs that not only reproduce her client's private tastes but also reflect and capture their lifestyle.
She is the founder and editor of the interior design blog, Oraanj, which has been showcasing inspiring interiors and adorning tips and ideas for the home for more than 2 years. She firmly believes that our surroundings have a deep impact on the soul so she has made a promise to create beautiful places for people to live in that are practical and modern.
Phil Ellis
Bench Capital
CRE - Debt broker
Phil Ellis founded Bench Capital in 2018 as a specialist debt introducer for property developers. Phil has long term background in investment banking and was previously Head of Structured Debt Project Finance for a major European Bank in London with £800m under his management for 15 years.
Bench Capital Limited is an independent specialist property development consultant and debt introducer in residential, student and strategic land.
Since Bench Capital was founded, Phil has introduced c £400m SPV based debt to various funders( banks , non banks, Family Offices) , including £120m stretched PRS debt terms to support a series of 3 schemes for a midlands PRS developer. Bench Capital has a wide range of bank, challenger bank non bank institutional/ Family office funding contacts as well as senior level contacts in the major property advisory teams in the city. Bench Capital is a debt only introducer and does nto provide financial advice.
Based at a cowork Spaceworks ( Regus) 30 Moorgate in the city - always happy to meet up have a coffee and chat. Phil 07814759403
Mark Newton
Insolve Plus Ltd
Corporate Recovery and Insolvency
I have an extensive background knowledge of corporate and personal insolvency and have helped distressed businesses across many sectors.
My experience ranges from small sole trader bankruptcies to multi-site trading administrations.
I assist directors in placing their Companies into creditors' voluntary liquidation and also have extensive experience in members' voluntary liquidations.
I have also been involved in forensic investigations and independent business reviews for lenders.
07872 385272
marknewton@insolveplus.com
I believe in the rescue culture, the need to identify financial problems and seek advice at an early stage, so that the appropriate strategy can be implemented.
I started my insolvency career in 1990 and have worked for a number of leading firms. I qualified as an insolvency practitioner in 2010.
I am authorised to act as an insolvency practitioner by the Insolvency Practitioners Association in the United Kingdom.
Dom Barker
CSB Logistics Ltd
Construction Logistics
Bradley Parrott
Corporate Restructuring and Insolvency
A qualified chartered accountant and insolvency practitioner, I am an Associate Director at Opus Restructuring & Insolvency, a division of the Opus Business Advisory Group. As a corporate recovery and insolvency specialist, with over fifteen years’ experience, Bradley manages cases which include solvent and insolvent liquidations, administrations, compulsory liquidations, CVAs and bankruptcies. His work spans cases across all industries, from building contractors to chemical plants.
Opus is a business advisory, restructuring, insolvency and exit management practice. We provide advice on all of the UK insolvency procedures and can provide a comprehensive and experienced team of restructuring and insolvency specialists, to advise on formal and informal assignments.
As a practice, we are focused on commercially driven results and take a proactive approach towards tackling business challenges with an assurance of confidentiality.
We understand that at the point a business is in distress, the Directors need support from people they can trust, that are visible and readily contactable. We know that means not only having people who understand the nature of their work, but also the local business market. We often work with businesses in an advisory capacity initially to independently assess their position and advise of the options. With access to forensic accountants, corporate finance teams and wider advisory services within our Group, we know that we can provide real support for businesses at a time where they need specialist advice.
Paul Giesberg
Planning for sustainability
Environmental and planning consultancy
Mark Elwell
Summit Environmental Limited
Health and safety/Construction
Summit Environmental is a Sussex based consultancy, with offices in Sussex and London and specialise in protection of life, buildings, and the environment.
By working with us, we will help you make sense of the regulations, improve the safety performance of your business, and keep you compliant. Our aim is to provide excellent customer service that exceeds your expectations whilst providing cost-effective solutions.
SCOTT WALKER
ADPLAN CREATIVE LTD
PRINT AND SIGNAGE
Gabriel Kakanos
Kticic Architects
Architecture and Construction
Practice Statement
As a Practice, our approach to Architecture and the built environment is to constantly re-interpret and challenge the
themes architecture and its experience presents. This enables us to develop a commission from inception and design
in close collaboration with all involved through extensive research and knowledge, tackling complex design problems
with maturity. Our understanding of Architecture is forever evolving – questioning , the visual world at all times and
radically re-working themes and modern solutions ensuring the resultant building or space a strong identity.
Appropriate use of materials and construction methods to complement and enhance the design, function and context
of the building.
Samantha Watkins
Grafters Super Groups
Networking - For Property and Construction people
Sussex Challengers Grafters Super Group
Grafters Super Groups are fortnightly networking groups for specialist suppliers and contractors to the construction & property sector ONLY. All meetings take place via Zoom.
I own and run the Sussex Challengers Grafters Super Group
No Divorce Lawyers, Personal Trainers or Independent Financial Advisers...just people in property and construction and integral support services to the construction and property industry 😁
Every member is working on multiple projects where your products and services will be currently required.
You can call me for a free ticket 07787 520680 or email me sam.watkins@grafterssupergroups.co.uk
Gary Wiggans
Dragonfly Managed Technology Ltd
Office Technology
Chris Kirby
Toomey Leasing Group
Vehicle Leasing
Specialist in Vehicle Leasing & Business Contract Hire at Toomey Leasing Group Ltd
JASON SAVILLE
Excellerate Services
Cleaning
Wayne Jeal
Wiser Safety Management Limited
Health & Safety
Maintaining a healthy and safe workplace is essential for every business. But navigating the world of legislation and compliance can be a stressful and intimidating prospect if you’re not sure where to start.
Wiser Safety is here to help. We make light work of your health and safety responsibilities so you can spend more time growing your business.
If you need support with your compliance obligations and crave peace of mind that your workplace is 100% safe, maybe it’s time to get wiser about your health and safety management.
Lucy McLaren
Staging By Lucy
Interior design
Offering a unique in-house design consultancy service ranging from Home staging, & furniture rental services; interior design through to E–Design services. Sourcing rare, hard to find products that add quality and je ne sais quoi; to build great relationships with our customers and ensure we make life beautiful.
Moving In services
Interior Design & Consultancy
Furniture Packages &Accessories
Home shopping
Moving Out services
Home Staging
Photography
Decluttering & Cleaning
Melanie Knight
Blue Tree HR Solutions Ltd
HR Consultancy
Melanie Knight is a qualified HSE & HR professional and has over 15 years’ experience working in Human Resources and Health and Safety Management, with experience in many industries including Construction, Manufacture, Pharmaceutical, Aviation, Publishing and Agriculture.
Melanie is enthusiastic about businesses getting the best out of their people, providing HR Support in all areas of employee management.
Melanie is an Associate member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel & Development and a member of the HR Inner Circle.
Lucy Dekker
Howe Chartered Surveyors
Property
Lucy is at the heart of all our new client relationships, helping HCS reach its true potential and seeking out new opportunities. As our Business Development Manager, Lucy has a strong understanding of the scope of the services we offer, from home surveys, to project work, to party wall matters, and works closely with our new clients to understand their challenges and find the best way to help. Lucy networks extensively across London and Essex.
Graham Scott
Dayslikethese Ltd
Jason Cobine
Cobine Carmelson
Risk Management
Typically, I’m able to help directors, managing partners, business owners, property landlords or developers. They’ve worked hard to manage their risks, yet have concerns about protecting their assets, cash flow or reputation when things don't go to plan.
Jamie Horton
360 Drone Services
Drone
Stephen Farrell
Fox Curtis Murray
Construction
Christine Hall
Integra BD Consultants
Construction and Property
I have worked in Property and Construction for 20 years. I work with many various businesses within the industry.